AUTO OPEN SERIES CLAM/HOVER PRESS OPERATOR S MANUAL

AUTO OPEN SERIES CLAM/HOVER PRESS OPERATOR S MANUAL

HOTRONIX CLAM PRESS Safety Instructions When using your heat press, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: 1. Read all instructions. 2. Use heat press only for its intended use. 3. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not immerse the heat press in water or other liquids. 4. Never pull cord to disconnect from outlet, instead grasp plug and pull to disconnect. 5. Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces, allow heat press to cool completely before storing. 6. Do not operate heat press with a damaged cord or if the equipment has been dropped or damaged. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not disassemble or attempt to repair the heat press. Take it to a qualified service person for examination and repair. Incorrect assembly or repair could increase the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when the equipment is used. Power supply cord must be disconnected before cleaning or servicing press. 7. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. 8. Close supervision is necessary for any heat press being used by or near children. Do not leave equipment unattended while connected. 9. To avoid burns, do not touch hot metal parts or the heated platen during use. 10. To reduce the likelihood of circuit overload, do not operate other high voltage equipment on the same circuit. 11. If an extension cord is necessary, then a 20-amperage rated cord should be used. Cords rated for less amperage may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it cannot be pulled or tripped over. 12. Keep hands clear of the upper heat press platen during lock down as the pressure may cause injury. 13. Heat press should be placed on a sturdy, suitable stand at least 36"L x 24"W x 29"H. 14. Work area must be kept clean, tidy and free of obstructions.

Table Of Contents Safety Instructions Machine View Operating Instructions LED Display Connecting the System Start Up/Shut Down Adjusting Settings 2 4 5-8 5 6 6 7-8 Electrical Schematic Replacement Parts List Contact 9 10-11 12

HOTRONIX CLAM PRESS Machine View Circuit Breaker Platen Release Power Supply Power ON/OFF Switch LED Display 12V Magnet Pressure Adjustment Knob Lift Handle Upper Platen Lower Platen 4 SERVICE HOTLINE: 800.727.8520

Operating Instructions LED Display Digital Display Decrease Temperature Indicator Set Indicator Time Indicator Pressure Indicator Mode Select Increase WWW.HOTRONIX.COM 5

HOTRONIX CLAM PRESS Connecting the System Connect the power cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet with a sufficient amperage rating (1.1). Voltage 120 volt requires a full 20-amp grounded circuit. 220 volt requires a full 10-amp grounded circuit. Extension cords should be as short as possible and not less than 12 gauge. Heavy duty cords are recommended. Circuits with less than 10 amps or other high demand equipment or appliances (especially more than one heat seal machine) plugged in, should not be used. 1.1 NOTE: If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid hazard. Use SJT type, rated 300V for replacement. CAUTION Failure to follow these instructions will cause: 1. Erratic controller functions. 2. Inaccurate displays and slow heat-up. 3. The circuit breaker to disengage. Start Up/Shut Down Locate the packaging bolt on top of press and remove prior to turning on or operating (2.1). 2.1 Locate the Power ON/OFF Switch on the side of the press, then turn the Power Switch ON (2.2). NOTE: The Auto Open Clam Press is equipped with an Auto Sleep Mode. When the machine is inactive for a period of two hours, it will enter an energy saving sleep mode. To restore to normal operating mode, press any button on the display panel and allow the heat press to return to the target temperature. 2.2 6 SERVICE HOTLINE: 800.727.8520

Operating Instructions Adjusting Settings Adjust Temperature Press the Mode Select button in the center of the Control Panel. The (SET) and (TEMP) lights located next to the display will illuminate. Press the (+) or (-) button to raise or lower the temperature setting. The temperature can be set from 176 F (79 C) to 430 F (220 C). The LED Display will show changes as you make them. Adjust Time Your heat press has two time settings that will allow you to set different times when a two-hit application is required. For single-hit applications, simply set both time settings the same. Once the temperature is adjusted, press the Mode Select button again to advance to Time #1 Mode. The (SET) and (TIME) lights will illuminate, indicating you are in Time #1 Mode. Once you have Time #1 set, push the Mode Select button again to advance to Time #2 Mode. All three red LED lights will illuminate indicating you are in Time #2 Mode. Select the desired time and push the Mode Select button again to exit the time settings. All lights will be off and the press will return to the PRINT mode. NOTE: Press the Mode Select button ONCE to advance to Adjust Temperature Mode. Press the Mode Select button A SECOND TIME to advance to Time #1 Mode. Press the Mode Select button A THIRD TIME to advance to Time #2 Mode. Press the Mode Select button A FOURTH TIME to return to Heat Up/Operating Mode. Turn the knob clockwise to increase pressure and counterclockwise to decrease pressure. WWW.HOTRONIX.COM 7

HOTRONIX CLAM PRESS PRESSURE READOUT A visual Pressure Readout is located on the lower right side of the LED Display. When the handle is locked into the PRINT position, a pressure number between 0-9 will be displayed. 0 indicates no pressure and 9 indicates very heavy pressure. Remember to allow for the thickness of your garment when adjusting the pressure. 1-3 = Light Pressure 4-7 = Medium Pressure 8-9 = Heavy Pressure WARNING: Structural damage caused by excessive pressure is not covered under the limited warranty! Pressing Once your equipment has reached the designated temperature: Position the garment and design Lower and lock the heat press platen into position The automatic timing process will begin The timer will automatically count down and lift the heat platen into the UP position when the print cycle is complete. Note: Please be aware after time is complete, gas shocks will automatically release the platen into the UP position. 8 SERVICE HOTLINE: 800.727.8520

Electrical Schematic US 120 V VERSION - 1800 W for 16 x 20-1800 W for 16 x 16-1000 W for 11 x 15 120V IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE TO USE CORRECT VOLTAGE CONNECTION TO THE CONTROLLER - 1800 W for 16 x 20-1800 W for 16 x 16-1000 W for 11 x 15 220V US 220 V VERSION - 1800 W for 16 x 20-1800 W for 16 x 16-1000 W for 11 x 15 230V CE 230V VERSION IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE TO USE CORRECT VOLTAGE CONNECTION TO THE CONTROLLER WWW.HOTRONIX.COM 9

HOTRONIX CLAM PRESS Replacement Parts List ITEM # PART NAME PART # QTY 1 Control Housing, STX 4-1172-S 1 3 Controller Overlay, STX 1-2018-1 1 4 Grommet, 9/32" ID 3/8" OD 1-2105 2 5 Screw, Sheet Metal #6 x 1/2" 3-1011-235 6 6 Nut, #6-32 Hex with Lockwasher 2-1006-50 9 7 Screw, Pan Phillips #4-40 x 1" 3-1011-130 2 8 Power Inlet 1-1759 1 9 Power Switch 1-2087 1 10 Screw, Machine #6-32 x 1/2" 3-1011-19 7 11 Screw, Machine #6-32 x 1/4" 3-1011-25 5 12 Conduit Fitting, 1/2" Topaz Straight Twist-On 1-1353 1 13 Controller Kit, STX Kit 3-6945 1 14 Nut, #4-40 with Tooth Washer 2-1006-51 8 15 Controller Bracket, STX MAXX 2-1661 1 16 TRIAC 1-1059 1 17 Screw, Machine #4-40 x 3/8" 3-1011-22 6 18 Terminal Block, 5 Contact High Voltage 1-1290 1 20 Proximity Switch 1-1211 1 21 Circuit Breaker 20A (STX 16x20, 16x16 & Hover 120V) 1-1331 1 21 Circuit Breaker 10A (All 220V Models & STX 11x15) #REF! 1 23 Handle Assembly STX KIT 3-6930 1 27 Steel Pin 1/2" D x 6.45" 1-2094 2 28 Washer, 1/2" Nylon 1-1048-3 10 29 Hub Cap 1/2" 1-1107-1 8 30 Steel Pin, 1/2" x 5.375" 1-2093 2 31 All Thread Pin 1-1042-1 1 32 PVC Spacer 1/2 I.D. x 5" 1-2096 1 33 Blue Foam Grip 1-2115 1 34 JCN - NUT 2-1006-2 2 35 Magnet 1-1219 1 36 Magnet Bracket (STX) 1-2085 1 37 Shipping Bolt (Thumb Screw), 1/4"-20 x 1/2" 3-1011-232 1 38 Base, STX Hover KIT 3-6917 2 38 Base, STX 16x20, 16x16, 11x15 KIT 3-6931 2 47 Screw, Pan Phillips #6-32 x 3/4" 3-1011-252 1 48 Acorn Nut 10-32 3-1011-182 4 49 Screw, Button Socket Head #10-32 x 1/2" 3-1011-164 4 50 Rubber Foot 1-1256 4 51 Quick Release Clamp, Manual Presses 1-2332 1 52 Nut, Hex Nylok 5/16"-18 2-1006-20 2 53 Ball Stud 10mm 1-1939 4 55 Screw, Shoulder 5/16" x 1/2" w/ 1/4"-20 Thread 3-1011-233 2 56 Silicone Pad 1-1561 1 57 Hover Electromagnet 1-2157 1 58 Pressure Link STX KIT 3-6905 2 60 Adjustment Arm Kit, STX Hover KIT 3-6916 1 60 Adjustment Arm Kit, STX KIT 3-6903 1 65 Soc HD Cap Screw 1/4-20 x 3/8 " 3-1011-215 2 ITEM # PART NAME PART # QTY 66 Screw, Button Socket Head 1/4"-20 X 3/4" 1 2 67 Electromagnet 1 2 68 Washer, 5/16" SS 2 1 69 Silicone Pad, 5/16" ID x 1-3/4" OD x 1/4" T 1 3 70 Clamp, Cable 7/16" Black 2 1 71 Screw, Machine #8-32 x 1/2" 1-1945-1 1 72 Nut, Hex #8-32 w/ Tooth Washer 1-2104 1 73 Bridle Links STX 2-1006-46 1 74 Pin, 1/2" x 3" w/ 1/4-20 Threads 3-1011-233 2 75 PVC Spacer 1/2 " I.D.x 2.48 1-2253 1 76 Pin, 1/2" x 3-5/8" w/ 5/16"-18 Threads 1-1017-2 2 77 Steel Spacer 1-1043-2 1 78 Gas Spring 16x20 & 16x16 3-1011-87 2 81 Compression Spring 1-1272-1 2 82 Lower Platen 11 x 15 1-2076 1 78 Lower Platen 16 x 16 3-1011-98 1 83 Lower Platen 16 x 20 2-1663 1 83 Silicone Pad 11 x 15 Blue 1-1048-2 1 79 Silicone Pad 16 x 16 Blue 1-1063 1 84 Silicone Pad 16 x 20 Blue 3-1011-217 1 84 Adapter Plate 2-1671 1 85 Quick Release Pin 1-2186 1 86 Washer, Flat 1/4" SAE 2-1672 1 87 Washer, Split Lock 1/4" 1-1279 4 88 Screw, Socket Head Cap 1/4"-20 x 1" KIT 3-6924 4 89 Heat Platen 11 x 15 1-2367 4 85 Heat Platen 16 x 16 3-1011-127 1 90 Heat Platen 16 x 20 3-1011-238 1 90 Insulation 11 x 15 1-2076 1 86 Insulation 16 x 16 1-1272-1 1 91 Insulation 16 x 20 3-1011-87 1 91 Heat Platen Cover 11 x 15 STX 3-1011-98 1 87 Heat Platen Cover 16 x 16 STX 3-1011-217 1 92 Heat Platen Cover 16 x 20 STX 1-1063 1 92 Adjustment Spindle 1-1048-2 1 94 Adjustment Knob 1-1940 1 97 Bolt, Hex Head 5/16-18 x 3-1/2" 2-1671 1 98 Thermostat Disc 1-2186 1 99 Temperature Probe 2-1672 1 100 Screw, SS Phillips #8-32 X 1/4" 1-1279 1 101 Screw, SS Sheet Metal #4 X 1/4" KIT 3-6924 1 102 Screw, Flat Head Phillips #10-24 x 7/16" 1-2367 2 104 Washer, Plastic Finishing 3-1011-127 4 105 Conduit, STX & MAXX 20/16/15, 12" 1-1068 4 106 Conduit Fitting, 1/2" Elbow 1-1048-2 1 107 120V Locking Power Cord 1-1940 1 200 220V Power Cord 2-1671 1 201 230V European Locking Power Cord 1-2186 1 202 Lower Platen Spacer 2-1672 1 203 Platen Lift Kit 1-1279 1 204 Quick Change Keyway (Old Style) KIT 3-6924 1 205 Screw, Machine #8-32 x 3/8" Black Oxide 1-2367 1 206 Heater Wire (Not Shown) 3-1011-127 2 207 Heater Wire (Not Shown) 1-1068 1 10 SERVICE HOTLINE: 800.727.8520

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CONTACT US Stahls Hotronix One Industrial Park Carmichaels, PA 15320 U.S.A. Technical Support 800.727.8520 Speak with a representative 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Customer Service 800.727.8520 Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm EST Replacement Parts 800.727.8520 8am - 7pm EST Web Hotronix.com This document includes multiple trademarks and describes equipment covered by many patents that are owned by GroupeSTAHL and/or its subsidiaries. GroupeSTAHL enforces its rights to protect these intellectual properties. 2018